Travel Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - $2,150 to $2,300 per week in Vermont

Speech Language Pathologist
Location: Vermont
Agency: Empower Professionals Inc.
Pay: $2,150 to $2,300 per week
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Speech-Language Pathologist – Day Shift – Relocation Candidates Welcome

We are seeking a qualified and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide patient-centered speech, language, communication, and swallowing therapy services in a rehabilitation setting in Rutland, Vermont.

The Speech-Language Pathologist will evaluate patients, develop and implement individualized treatment plans, provide therapeutic interventions, monitor patient progress, and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support positive patient outcomes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, communication skills, documentation abilities, and a commitment to quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients' speech, language, communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities as appropriate.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical assessments.

• Provide speech-language therapy and rehabilitation interventions.

• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.

• Educate patients and families about treatment goals, strategies, and ongoing care.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress, and outcomes accurately.

• Maintain timely and accurate patient records in accordance with applicable standards.

• Support patients in improving communication, functional abilities, and quality of life.

• Follow patient safety, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.

• Maintain patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and respect.

Requirements

• Appropriate Speech-Language Pathologist credentials and Vermont licensure or authorization required.

• Experience in speech-language pathology and rehabilitation settings preferred.

• Strong patient assessment and treatment planning skills.

• Excellent communication, documentation, and patient education abilities.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

• Ability to develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.

• Must be available Monday–Friday for the scheduled day shift.

• Ability to work the full 17-week contract assignment.